US Bridges

Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv

Fair

Vermilion County, Illinois · 1.5 MI NW 150 & 1 · Structure no. 092603400000000

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Arch - Thru
Steel
Length
270 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,050
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv is a steel arch - thru carrying Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv in Vermilion County, Illinois. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger than the Illinois average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,050 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,869 by 2046. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesCh 1(FAU 7000)
CrossesN Fork Vermilion Riv
Location1.5 MI NW 150 & 1
CountyVermilion County
StateIllinois
Coordinates40.13667, -87.65481
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span171 ft (52.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,050 (2023)
Projected traffic1,869 by 2046
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv carry?

About 2,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 171 ft (52.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Ch 1(FAU 7000) over N Fork Vermilion Riv?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.